PURPOSE OF POSITION: Mississippi Tank- Iowa Division company is seeking a talented individual who can paint steel transport trailers. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, great work ethic, the ability to follow instructions closely, and the desire to learn new tasks under minimal supervision.
**Painting houses and commercial buildings does not qualify you for this position.**
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Paint the exterior and components of steel transport trailers, as needed
· Work with vendors, quality control, and other professionals to ensure correct paint color
· Communicate with vendors, as required, including requesting PO’s from the purchasing specialist
· Prepare, complete required bodywork repairs, and clean metal to ensure proper paint adhesion
· Repair flaws in paint
· High attention to detail
· Reporting data to EPA
· Apply decals to transport trailers, as needed
· Clean work area and trailer upon completion
· Ability to show a level of respect to teammates and management.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- This is a working lead position and reports to shop foreman
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience required
- Previous automotive or steel manufacturing painting experience required
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is required
- Ability to spray Metallic Paints and Clear Coats
- Ability to prioritize tasks using a published schedule
- Understanding Paint Application Technical Data Sheets
- Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (steel toed shoes, safety glasses, etc.)
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and follow instructions precisely
- Knowledge of EPA Regulations is a plus
- Training experience
- No substantial gaps of employment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
- Signing bonus
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to travel out of state for training purposes?
Experience:
- automotive or industrial equipment painting: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Vocational Degree (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Osceola, IA 50213 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Osceola, IA 50213: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person